Animal Welfare Society Thrift Shop
2025-06-14 06:00 - 09:00 (America/New_York) | Animal Welfare Society, 8 Dodd Rd, New Milford, 06776
Bargains on gently-used pet goods. Soft-sided carriers, all sizes of crates, pet ramps and steps, feeding bowls, leashes, collars, grooming tools, clothing, etc. Held the second Saturday of each month through October. New items each month. All proceeds help our AWS Rescued Pets!

Mountain Laurel Nature Hike
2025-06-18 06:00 - 08:00 | Deer Pond Nature Preserve, 57 Wakeman Hill Rd., Sherman, CT, 06784, United States
Join us at Deer Pond Farm for a 4-mile, moderate difficulty hike on our Laurel Trail for a view at our fully blossoming mountain laurel grove. Learn about how the CT state flower came to be, how it is protected, and which wildlife love laurel.
Register at https://www.ctaudubon.org/2025/05/register-deer-pond-farm-mt-laurel-trail-nature-hike/
$5 Members, $10 Non-Members
This program meets at Deer Pond Farm, 57 Wakeman Hill Road, Sherman, CT 06784.

Summer Songbird Count & Walk
2025-06-21 05:00 - 07:00 | Deer Pond Nature Preserve, 57 Wakeman Hill Rd., Sherman, CT, 06784, United States
Join us at Deer Pond Farm for the national annual summer bird count. We expect to observe breeding songbirds, raptors, and more! We may also see some young fledgling birds at our nest boxes and purple martin gourds.
Register at https://www.ctaudubon.org/2025/05/register-deer-pond-farm-summer-bird-count-walk/
$5 Members, $10 Non-Members
This program meets at Deer Pond Farm, 57 Wakeman Hill Road, Sherman, CT 06784.

Free Family Concert
2025-06-21 07:00 - 08:00 | Theater Works New Milford, 5 Brookside Ave, New Milford, CT, 06776

Forestry & Silviculture Webinar
2025-06-24 15:00 - 16:00 | Deer Pond Nature Preserve, 57 Wakeman Hill Rd., Sherman, CT, 06784, United States
Sanctuary Manager/Naturalist Lori Lichtenauer (CT Licensed Forester) will present on the practices of silviculture. Learn about managing woodlands for diverse needs of people and wildlife. She will explain a brief history of forestry in New England and share details of how foresters create land management plans for wildlife, biodiversity and recreation.
Register at https://www.ctaudubon.org/2025/05/register-deer-pond-farm-forestry-silviculture-webinar/ for the Zoom link to the June 24 Forestry/Silviculture webinar.
Free to attend. Suggested Donation $10. Registration required.

Women, Wine, & Wheel
2025-06-28 14:30 - 17:30 | Village Center for the Arts, 12 Main Street, New Milford, CT, 06776
Women, Wine, & Wheel
Saturday, June 28th 6:30-9:30PM
Ready for some serious fun with friends? Picture this: laughter, creativity, and a pottery wheel at your fingertips!
Join us for a super fun 2-day pottery adventure. On day one, you’ll dive in and create your first masterpiece on the wheel. Then, come back for day two and give it a perfect trim. On your third visit, you can glaze your creation however you like (no rush, take your time!). All this for just $129 each. It’s the perfect blend of fun and art—grab a spot and let’s get spinning!
pre-registration is required.
Can’t make this one? Check our website for other dates.
Located at 12 Main Street, New Milford, CT
(860) 354-4318

Dining for a Cause Fundraiser for The Scotty Fund
2025-06-29 09:00 - 17:00 | Portofino Restaurant & Wine Bar Bethel CT, 213 Greenwood Ave. (Dolan Plaza), Bethel, CT, 06801, United States
📣 This Sunday! Join us at Portofino Restaurant & Wine Bar in Bethel, CT for a special Fundraiser benefiting The Scotty Fund 💚
Come for the food & wine 🍷 — stay for the impact 🙌Every dollar helps support local families in need. Let’s make a difference together!
🗓️ Date: This Sunday📍 Location: Portofino Restaurant & Wine Bar, Bethel, CT🎯 Cause: The Scotty Fund
The SCOTTY Fund Provides financial and family services to ill children in Bethel and the greater Danbury area of CT.
(Bethel, Danbury, Brookfield, Easton, Newtown, New Milford, New Faifield, Redding, Ridgefield)

FORESTRY HIKE
2025-07-08 06:00 - 08:00 | Deer Pond Nature Preserve, 57 Wakeman Hill Rd., Sherman, CT, 06784, United States
Learn about and see forest management practices with Sanctuary Manager/Naturalist and CT certified forester Lori Lichtenauer. The history of CT’s forests will be discussed and how past land management has impacted the forests of today. We will hike about 4 miles to some of our management areas where we will discuss how sustainable forestry practices can increase wildlife biodiversity and overall health of forested landscapes.

2ND SATURDAY HIKE @ Deer Pond Farm
2025-07-12 05:00 - 07:00 | Deer Pond Nature Preserve, 57 Wakeman Hill Rd., Sherman, CT, 06784, United States
Our Volunteer Guides will lead this easy to moderate 2-to-3-mile hike at Deer Pond Farm. Enjoy birdsong, summer blooms, and good company on this casual hike.

FERN ID WALK @ Deer Pond Farm
2025-07-13 06:00 - 08:00 | Deer Pond Nature Preserve, 57 Wakeman Hill Rd., Sherman, CT, 06784, United States
Enjoy a shady stroll along the trails of Deer Pond Farm and discover the various ferns common to the Northeast. CT Audubon Society Volunteer Naturalist Diane Nizlek will lead this walk. She will share the basics of fern ID and reproduction. Learn fun facts about some of the oldest plants on Earth and how they support local wildlife.
Register at https://www.ctaudubon.org/deer-pond-farm-programs-classes/

SUMMER BIRD BEHAVIORS (CLASS & WALK)
2025-07-17 06:00 - 08:00 | Deer Pond Nature Preserve, 57 Wakeman Hill Rd., Sherman, CT, 06784, United States
Have you ever wondered how birds survive the “dog days” of summer? Join us at Deer Pond Farm for our Summer Bird Behaviors program. Starting in the classroom, avian expert Lori Lichtenauer will discuss how parent birds care for fledglings, bird molting patterns, when and how birds prepare for their long-distance migratory journeys! We will hit the trails for the last hour of the program.
Register here for the July 17 Summer Bird Behaviors Class & Walk.
This program meets at Deer Pond Farm, 57 Wakeman Hill Road, Sherman, CT 06784.

The Pears: Dog Days of Summer Concert
2025-07-26 15:30 - 17:30 | CT
Members:
Nancy Janutolo | Percussion/Vocals
Angela Cahill | Vocals/Guitar
Chuck Cundari | Guitar/Vocals
The Pears are thrilled to return for a second performance to the JCC in Sherman for the Dog Days of Summer. You can expect a mix of rock, country, pop, folk and R&B music for your listening and dancing pleasure. We have added several popular hits from various artists to celebrate the Summer season.
Nancy has performed throughout the past several years in a variety of bands and brings her amazing percussion abilities to the small footprint of the Pears.
Angela brings her exceptional vocal talents to the band’s unique sound, providing solid guitar rhythms and high energy to the stage.
Chuck brings a unique approach to acoustic guitar incorporating various elements of a song, transposing to guitar, while delivering a strong vocal presence.

BIRD & NATURE WALK @ Deer Pond Farm
2025-07-30 05:00 - 07:00 | Deer Pond Nature Preserve, 57 Wakeman Hill Rd., Sherman, CT, 06784, United States
Discover the flowers, birds, and butterflies of Deer Pond Farm with Sanctuary Manager / Naturalist Lori Lichtenauer. Starting in our pollinator garden, we will discuss the phenology (seasonal cycles) of native flowering plants and how this impacts the insect and bird communities. Then we will explore the life in and around our nature preserve! $5 members, $10 non-members
Register here for the July 30 Bird & Nature Walk. This program meets at Deer Pond Farm, 57 Wakeman Hill Road, Sherman, CT 06784.

1ST FRIDAY HIKE @ Deer Pond Farm
2025-08-01 05:00 - 07:00 | Deer Pond Nature Preserve, 57 Wakeman Hill Rd., Sherman, CT, 06784, United States
Ready for a mini adventure? Hit the trails with our awesome Volunteer Guides on a 2–3-mile hike at Deer Pond Farm! We’ll wander through meadows, listen to birds in the forest, and maybe even spot a few surprises along the way. It’s an easy-to-moderate hike with maximum good vibes—perfect for nature lovers! Register here.
This program meets at Deer Pond Farm, 57 Wakeman Hill Road, Sherman, CT 06784.

Family Nature Walk @ Deer Pond Farm in Sherman
2025-08-17 06:00 - 19:30 | Deer Pond Nature Preserve, 57 Wakeman Hill Rd., Sherman, CT, 06784, United States
Meet us at Deer Pond Farm with Sanctuary Manager/Naturalist Lori Lichtenauer and Diane Nizlek, CT Audubon Naturalist to enjoy a family-friendly nature walk. We will use our senses to explore wildlife habitats, identify plants and animals, and we will discuss how to see the forest for the trees! All ages welcome.
Register here for the August 17 Family Nature Walk.
This program meets at Deer Pond Farm, 57 Wakeman Hill Road, Sherman, CT 06784.

State of Connecticut Designation on New Milford's Cultural District.
2025-09-02 12:00 - 14:00 | 19Main, 19 Main Street, New Milford, CT, 06776
New Milford’s Cultural District Committee would like to extend an invitation to you to join us on Tuesday, September 2 at noon at 19 Main Street as Lieutenant Governor Susan Bysiewicz, Director of the Office of the Arts Liz Shapiro, and New Milford Mayor Pete Bass confer State of Connecticut Designation on New Milford’s Cultural District.

A Meet and Greet Reception to follow. RSVP requested at http://bit.ly/3HvDOg5.

First Friday Hike @ Deer Pond Farm in Sherman
2025-09-05 06:00 - 08:00 | Deer Pond Nature Preserve, 57 Wakeman Hill Rd., Sherman, CT, 06784, United States
Step into September with our First Friday Hike! While peak foliage is still a few weeks away, the first golden hints of fall are starting to show. It’s the perfect time to get outside and enjoy the quiet beauty of the changing season. Bring a friend, meet fellow nature lovers, and learn more about our environmental projects at the Deer Pond Farm nature preserve. This program meets outside at the flagpole at 57 Wakeman Hill Rd., Sherman, CT 06784
To register for the First Friday Hike, visit https://www.ctaudubon.org/2025/07/register-september-first-friday-hike-2/

Women, Wine, & Wheel
2025-09-10 08:00 - 17:00 | CT
Women, Wine, & Wheel
Saturday: September 20th or October 18th
6:30-9:30PM
Each month is a new start date.
What could be more fun than a bunch of friends laughing and learning the pottery wheel?
Add a little wine or beverage of your choice – you are making memories and a functioning piece of art with your own hands!
This is a two-day course – you will throw one piece of pottery on the wheel, & trim the base during the second visit. Your third visit you can glaze your piece at your leisure once it’s out of the kiln. $129 Each.
You must pre-register for this event.
Village Center for the Arts
12 Main Street, New Milford, CT
(860) 354-4318

Paint a Gilmore Girls Bandstand Picture Frame
2025-09-12 10:30 - 2025-09-14 17:30 | Village Center for the Arts, 12 Main Street, New Milford, CT, 06776
Paint a Bandstand Picture Frame
September 12, 13, & 14
10:30-12:30 / 1:00-3:00 / 3:30-5:30
Paint a handmade bandstand picture frame the Gilmore Girls would be proud of.
This comes with everything you need to paint and create a memory of your time in Stars Hollow!
Each one is a hand made ceramic bandstand ready to put your picture in!
You pick a date and time and register. $40 ea.
Located at 1 Church Street, New Milford, CT.
Call to register (860) 354-4318
villagecenterarts.org

🎨 Paint Your Own Watercolor Bookmark!
2025-09-12 11:00 - 2025-09-14 18:00 | Village Center for the Arts, 12 Main Street, New Milford, CT, 06776
🎨 Paint Your Own Watercolor Bookmark!September 12, 13 & 14 | 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Drop in any time and get creative at this free, all-ages event—no experience needed!
Walk into our “Stars Hollow” like picturesque art center and get to know our friendly crew!
Design a one-of-a-kind bookmark that even Rory Gilmore would love to tuck into her latest read. Choose your own theme, colors, and style—make it as cozy, whimsical, or bold as you like.
Our friendly artists will be there to offer tips and inspiration as you paint.
Just walk in, grab a brush, and let your imagination flow!
https://www.villagecenterarts.org/eventscalendar

New Milford Historical Society - Blow out sale!
2025-09-12 12:00 - 2025-09-14 16:00 | New Milford Historical Society, 6 Aspetuck Ave, New Milford, CT, 06776
Blow out sale in the bank building during the Weekend in the Life event

Dirty Date Night
2025-09-13 18:30 - 21:30 | Village Center for the Arts, 12 Main Street, New Milford, CT, 06776
Dirty Date Night
Saturday: September 13th or October 11th
6:30-9:30PM
Grab someone special and come get dirty….with clay!
You choose the date.
This is a two-day course where you will throw one piece of pottery on the wheel, & trim the base during the second visit. $245 per couple. This includes a visit to glaze your piece at your leisure once it’s out of the kiln.
Bring a beverage of your choice and finger food if you’d like.
Each month is a new start date.
You must pre-register for this event.
Needs a minimum of 4 people to run this class.
Village Center for the Arts
12 Main Street, New Milford, CT
(860) 354-4318
Village Center for the Arts

a Studio Affair
2025-09-20 18:30 - 22:00 | Village Center for the Arts, 12 Main Street, New Milford, CT, 06776
a Studio Affair
Saturday, September 20th
6:30-10:00 PM
Ages 21+
Do you have a craving to unleash your creativity but aren’t sure where to start? Well, look no further! We aim to create a vibrant space for our community to gather, socialize with friends, and even make new ones. Our focus is on inclusivity and fostering creativity.
If you’re already working on a masterpiece, feel free to bring it along to work on. You don’t have to be a professional artist to join in; all you need is the passion to create. Just bring your enthusiasm!
Guests are welcome to bring along their own projects, or simply explore the creative materials we’ll have available, including watercolors, pastels, oil pastels, magazines, and beautiful paper. No prior experience is required—just a passion for creating.
Spread the word, invite your friends, and get ready for an unforgettable experience! Plus, if you’re feeling thirsty, don’t forget to BYOB.
This is a free community event.
Located at 12 Main Street, New Milford, CT
villagecenterarts.org

First Friday Hike @ Deer Pond Farm in Sherman
2025-10-03 06:00 - 08:00 | Deer Pond Nature Preserve, 57 Wakeman Hill Rd., Sherman, CT, 06784, United States
Join us for the First Friday Hike led by our dedicated volunteer guides. We’ll explore the trails together and enjoy the sights and sounds of early fall. It’s a great way to spend time outdoors and connect with nature. To register for the October First Friday Hike, visit https://www.ctaudubon.org/2025/07/register-october-first-friday-hike/

Clay Play
2025-10-04 13:00 - 15:00 | Village Center for the Arts, 12 Main Street, New Milford, CT, 06776
Clay Play
Saturday: October 4th or November 8th
1:00 – 3:00PM
Grab your friends and have fun with clay! This class is for all ages!
(7 and under can sit on parents lap)
This is your chance to try the pottery wheel and get your hands in some clay.
We show you how, then you get on the wheel right away. This class is perfect for all ages—little ones are welcome to sit on their parent’s lap and join the fun.$50 ea.
Each date is the start of a new class.
Pre-registration is required.
Needs a minimum of 4 people to run this class.
Village Center for the Arts
12 Main Street, New Milford, CT
(860) 354-4318
https://www.villagecenterarts.org/eventscalendar

2025-10-04 16:00 - 18:00 | RiverFest at Young’s Field
New Milford River Run 5K & Kids’ Superhero Sprint – Benefiting The Ostomy Foundation Saturday, October 4 | 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM Young’s Field, New Milford, CT Held during New Milford RiverFest
Lace up and join us for the 5th Annual New Milford River Run 5K!Support The Ostomy Foundation, enjoy the beautiful Housatonic River views, and challenge yourself on a fast, flat, USATF-certified course (CT18028JHP) — ideal for runners aiming for a PR and walkers looking to move for a cause.
5K starts at 4:30 PM Walkers welcome! Medals and prizes awarded on the main stage at 5:45 PM Stick around or show up early for RiverFest’s live music, food trucks & festivities!
Kids’ Superhero Sprint – Starts at 4:00 PMA fun and festive dash for kids 10 & under with medals, treat bags, and prizes for our little heroes! Just $5 per child – Costumes encouraged!
REGISTER BELOW NOWEarly sign-up encouraged – spots fill fast!
Professionally timed by iRunCT All proceeds benefit The Ostomy Foundation, supporting ostomates, educational programs and raising awareness nationwide.
Bring your energy, your friends, and your capes – it’s a race for a cause and a day of celebration you don’t want to miss!

Gala Preview Party - Autumn Arts & Fine Crafts Show
2025-10-10 18:30 - 20:30 | Merwinsville Hotel, 1 Browns Forge Rd., Gaylordsville,, CT, 06755
Want to be the among the first to browse our amazing selection of artwork and fine crafts before we open to the public? Love live music and delicious food? Then you’ll want to join us for our Opening Preview Gala on Friday, October 10th from 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm. Enjoy live music from Mama Train, hors d’oeuvres, desserts, and drinks, all for only $35 at the door or $30 prepaid (Merwinsville Hotel Members pay $20). Many artists will be available to discuss their work. It’s a night you don’t want to miss!

Autumn Arts & Fine Crafts Show
2025-10-11 10:00 - 2025-10-13 17:00 | Merwinsville Hotel, 1 Browns Forge Rd., Gaylordsville,, CT, 06755
38th Annual Autumn Arts & Fine Craft Show. Over 75 local artists will have their work for sale over two weekends at the historic 1842 Merwinsville Hotel. Fine art and photography, jewelry, fused glass, woodworking, fiber arts, and other fine crafts! A portion of all sales benefits the restoration of this historic railroad hotel.

Scarrybrooke Park CT's Haunted Trail
2025-10-11 18:00 - 22:00 | Harrybrooke Park, 100 Still River Drive, New Milford, CT, 06776
Scarrybrooke Haunted Walking Trail takes place at Harrybrooke Park.
This event supports 7 local nonprofits in New Milford.
The Trail will run on:
Saturday October 11
Friday October 17
Saturday October 18
Friday October 24
Saturday October 25.

*NEW Adaptive Hike @ Deer Pond Farm in Sherman (Session 1)
2025-10-15 10:00 - 12:00 | Deer Pond Nature Preserve, 57 Wakeman Hill Rd., Sherman, CT, 06784, United States
October 15 (Rain Date Oct 28)
FREE
Hike One: 10am – 12pm
Hike Two: 1:30pm – 3:30pm
https://soarexperiences.org/deer-pond-farm-hikes
*Customized trackchairs to be used
SOAR Experiences is excited to partner with The Connecticut Audubon Society – Deer Pond Farm nature preserve in Sherman, CT / Pawling, NY and STARR Adventures Dealership to offer guided adaptive hiking for persons with limited mobility in Action Trackchairs. On this guided adaptive hike, you will get to explore wide gravel trails traversing meadows and forested landscapes with diverse habitats. Naturalists from Deer Pond Farm and the SOAR team will be co-leading this hike. The track chairs move at a walking pace of 2 – 3 miles per hour, are quiet and are customized for each guest by the SOAR Experiences team. Bring a friend or family member to enjoy the Autum air on the trails with us!
SOAR Experiences is a not-for-profit organization offering experiences, education and charitable opportunities promoting outdoor recreation to guests with mobility impairments.
Limited equipment available
SOAR Experiences will set up and customize Trackchairs for each registered user. Registration is through SOAR Experiences via the REQUEST FORM below.
Steps for Hike Reservation:

Fill out the request form

SOAR reviews your request & equipment needs

SOAR confirms you as registered or waitlisted

You are not registered until SOAR Experiences contacts you to confirm your reservation.
